Which of the following is true about the effects of role reversal?

• A. It never causes stress
• B. It always improves parent-child relationships
• C. It can lead to stress and conflicting responsibilities for both adult and child
• D. It reduces decision-making conflicts

Answer: (C)

When roles in a family swap, stress and conflict commonly arise. Role reversal happens when a child takes on responsibilities traditionally held by a parent or adult, often due to illness, disability, or caregiving needs. This shift places new demands on both people: the adult may feel a loss of independence and guilt, while the child may shoulder tasks like caregiving, finances, or managing household duties. This dual burden can lead to stress, blurred boundaries, and conflicts about who should do what, as well as potential impacts on schooling, social life, and development. That’s why the statement that best fits is that it can lead to stress and conflicting responsibilities for both adult and child. It’s not accurate to say it never causes stress, nor that it always improves relationships or reduces decision-making conflicts.